Habachi of Gaza

Habachi of Gaza (1158-) was an Ayyubid noble during the late 12th century. In 1178, he was adopted by Crown Prince al-Adil in order to aid his budding military career; Habachi was already a talented and promising commander. In 1188, he took part in the decisive defeat of several crusader armies at the Battle of Asqalan (near present-day Ashkelon, Israel).